The business landscape in Kerala is undergoing a radical transformation. Moving away from its historical roots in traditional trade, the state is now birthing a new generation of high-tech, innovation-led global enterprises. Analysts are calling it a “generational shift,” as seven major homegrown brands prepare to tap the public markets with IPOs totaling roughly ₹12,000…
In the bustling city of London, the European markets displayed a rather subdued demeanor on Thursday. The initial excitement stemming from Nvidia’s impressive earnings announcement and the subsequent decline in bond yields gradually waned as the trading session progressed. Nvidia’s Earnings Surge Fizzles, Bond Yields Decline The pan-European Stoxx 600 index, which had initially surged…
🔹 Goldman Sachs’ Chief US Equity Strategist David J. Kostin flags tariffs as a key downside risk for the S&P 500 earnings forecast in 2025. 🔹 Q4 2024 Earnings: The S&P 500 saw 12% YoY growth in earnings per share (EPS), surpassing expectations of 8%—but new tariffs could harm future earnings. 🔹 Tariff Increases Ahead:…
China’s trade dynamics shifted dramatically in November, with exports jumping 5.9% year-over-year—beating economist forecasts of 4%—to propel the annual trade surplus beyond a record $1 trillion. Imports grew a modest 1.9%, resulting in a monthly surplus of $112 billion, highlighting Beijing’s ongoing reliance on foreign demand amid domestic challenges like sluggish consumption and a housing…
Procter & Gamble announced Thursday that it plans to lay off 7,000 workers over the next two years, roughly 15% of its non-manufacturing workforce. In a statement, the company said it’s trying to become more efficient and reduce costs as it faces tougher competition. “There will also be some changes aimed at making the company…
Tata Motors stock climbed up to 4% on April 8, trading around ₹592.35, buoyed by a broad market rally that lifted the Sensex by over 1,100 points. However, analysts caution that the uptick may be temporary due to mounting global challenges, particularly affecting its UK subsidiary, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR). BoFA: “Strong Q4, But Clouds…
The government is contemplating raising the income tax exemption limit to Rs 5 lakh under the new tax regime, offering no relief for others. To spur consumer spending and bolster GDP growth, the government is considering lowering personal income tax rates, multiple officials suggest. An official mentioned that the income threshold for tax exemption might…
Introduction Are you a trader in gold and silver derivatives on MCX? Soon, you might have the opportunity to do so on BSE as well. According to Reuters, BSE will introduce futures and options contracts in bullion. Market expert Anil Singhvi offers insights into what this development could mean for both BSE and MCX. BSE’s…
Indian equity markets rebounded sharply on March 18, with the Sensex surging 1,131 points and small- and mid-cap indices gaining over 2%, breaking a week-long losing streak. All sectors ended in the green, signaling a relief rally. However, market experts remain cautious, attributing the surge more to sentiment than fundamentals. As of 11:15 AM on…
In a surprising strategic move, China, the world’s foremost graphite producer, has announced its decision to enforce export permits for select graphite products. This action is aimed at safeguarding national security and marks another bold step by China to assert control over the supply of critical minerals, particularly those essential for its dominant global manufacturing…
